1952 Alvis TB 21 vs. 1985 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1985 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Alvis TB 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Alvis TB 21 would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Alvis TB 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Alvis TB 21 (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Alvis TB 21 should accelerate faster than 1985 Volkswagen Passat.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Alvis TB 21 (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1952 Alvis TB 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Alvis TB 21 | 1985 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Alvis | Volkswagen |
| Model | TB 21 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2560 mm |
